What ‘catastrophic’ South Africa local election results mean for ANC
Summary
South Africa’s ANC won 31 percent in local elections, its lowest-ever result, while the Democratic Alliance won about 25 percent. The ANC lost its position as the largest party in Johannesburg, Pretoria and Ekurhuleni, and parties must negotiate coalitions in many municipalities after voters raised concerns about corruption and poor public services.Key Facts
- The ANC’s 31 percent vote share was down from 46 percent in the 2021 local elections.
- The Democratic Alliance received about 25 percent of the vote.
- The DA became the largest party in Johannesburg, Pretoria and Ekurhuleni, while retaining control of Cape Town.
- No party won more than half the vote in many cities, so coalition talks are needed to form municipal governments.
- Parties have 14 days to negotiate before city councils are formed.
- ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula called the results “catastrophic.”
- The ANC lost its parliamentary majority in the 2024 national election, ending its 30-year dominance of national government.
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